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How to stay healthy during the COVID-19 pandemic

How to stay healthy during the COVID-19 pandemic

by Renate Engelbrecht | Feb 18, 2021 | DINING OUT, FEATURED POST 1, WELLNESS

It’s no secret that there is a link between obesity and serious COVID-19 infection. It’s also no secret that more than half of South Africa’s adults are overweight or obese, which is a scary statistic considering the current pandemic we’re...
7 of the best South African ice cream spots

7 of the best South African ice cream spots

by Renate Engelbrecht | Jan 27, 2021 | DINING OUT, FEATURED POST 2

The verdict is in: These are the seven best South African ice cream spots that you should know about. La Cremosa If you’re looking for original, homemade gelato, this is the place to go! David, Mauro and Sandro grew up playing in David’s dad’s ice...
The best South African advertisements of all time

The best South African advertisements of all time

by Renate Engelbrecht | Jan 12, 2021 | FAMILY, FEATURED POST 1

I’ve been binge watching old South African advertisements on YouTube the last couple of days and I just can’t deal! Here are some of my favourites. Oh, how I love South Africa! Sasol This Sasol television commercial was one of the favourites on TV for a...
Len Muller’s latest album, Oorgenoeg speaks to the heart

Len Muller’s latest album, Oorgenoeg speaks to the heart

by Renate Engelbrecht | Dec 14, 2020 | Entertainment, FEATURED POST 1

He is a South African artist whom I believe will reach great heights. He’s got talent that evolves all the time and he’s not afraid to sing from the heart. His latest album, Oorgenoeg is proof enough that Len Muller is one of a kind. His latest album...
Slow-paced Nieu-Bethesda highlights the meaningful things in life

Slow-paced Nieu-Bethesda highlights the meaningful things in life

by Renate Engelbrecht | Nov 11, 2020 | FEATURED POST 2, LOCAL TRAVELS

It’s a village that forms part of numerous South African songs’ lyrics. It’s a place where the people are human and the pace is slow. Here, the air smells different; the sounds are different; the tastes are different. The village has a way of...
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HOPE I am looking into this week with a lot of ho HOPE I am looking into this week with a lot of hope. Mainly because hope is what carries us through the hours of a day, the days of a week and the weeks of a year. One thing I am truly hoping for this week, is a date night with hubby, Mr. @wikus.engelbrecht at @capitohazelwood - now that would be something that pulls me through this week easily! 🙂 Especially if it comes with Capito's divine pasta and a glass of wine. We have always been fans of date nights and we've always been saying it is something that we have to include in our weekly routine. But, somehow we struggle to keep to that routine. There is just always something else happening, like a sick kid, an unexpected project at work that can't wait, a tired mom...you know? Do you also struggle to commit to date nights? #food #foodie #instafood #foodstagram #instagood #foodblogger #foodlover #healthyfood #dinner #foodies #tasty #foodstyle #foodlife #datenight #pretoria #theclub #hazelwood #hope
SEYCHELLES NOW OPEN TO SOUTH AFRICANS As you migh SEYCHELLES NOW OPEN TO SOUTH AFRICANS As you might know by now, the Seychelles is one of my favourite destinations, which is why I think it is worth mentioning that paradise is now open to South Africans. Yes, South Africa has been removed from the archipelago’s list of ‘restricted countries’ and I (and many other South Africans) cannot be happier. Read all about it on my blog. Link in bio (or below): https://www.suitcaseandchardonnay.co.za/seychelles-now-open-to-south-african-travellers/ #postcardsfromtheworld #optoutside #goexplore #wonderfulplaces #travelbug #wanderlust #momentsofmine #travelstories #roamtheplanet #traveltheworld #instatravelling #mytravelgram #traveladdict #globetrotter #travelphotography #lovetravel #travelpics #travelwithfriends #travelinspiration #travel #travelblogger #southafrica
Never lose sight of who you are and who you want t Never lose sight of who you are and who you want to be. Always strive towards becoming more you. I have been struggling with life's balancing act the past few years and in the process I seem to have lost sight of who I really am. Apart from being a mom, a wife, a freelancer, a blogger, an entrepreneur, a home maker, I am also me. So, for the next couple of weeks I will be setting aside half an hour a day for some introspection. Time where I can rediscover who I am. Who does this on a daily basis? Hands up 🙋🏻‍♀️ #introspection #metime #motherhood #homemaker #entrepreneur #blogger #freelance #journaling #worklifebalance
CONGRATS, CITY OF CAPE TOWN! Congratulations to CONGRATS, CITY OF CAPE TOWN! Congratulations to the City of Cape Town for being voted the number one city in the Middle East and Africa by Travel + Leisure in the recent World Best Awards 2021! Ah, I do love myself a bit of Cape Town every now and again and come to think of it, I haven't been in a while. What are your most memorable Cape Town experiences up to date? #postcardsfromtheworld #optoutside #goexplore #wonderfulplaces #travelbug #wanderlust #momentsofmine #travelstories #roamtheplanet #traveltheworld #instatravelling #mytravelgram #traveladdict #globetrotter #travelphotography #lovetravel #travelpics #travelwithfriends #travelinspiration #travel #travelblogger #southafrica
JUST PEACHY This is the kind of colour (and hairs JUST PEACHY This is the kind of colour (and hairstyle) that makes me feel like the girl that decided to go for it. #fashionista #fashion #beauty #stylish #outfitinspiration #outfits #ootd #outfitoftheday #blogger #influencer #onlineshopping #ootdfashion #fashiongram #instafashion #southafrica
CRAVINGS Ah... Craving this bread from @bramonwin CRAVINGS Ah... Craving this bread from @bramonwineestate now. Take me back! What are you craving this morning? Or is it just me...? #food #foodie #foodgram #plett #plettenbergbay #bramon #winetourist #travelinspiration #travel #southafrica
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